#B959CB Hex Color Code

#B959CB

The Hexadecimal Color #B959CB is a contrast shade of Medium Orchid. #B959CB RGB value is rgb(185, 89, 203). RGB Color Model of #B959CB consists of 72% red, 34% green and 79% blue. HSL color Mode of #B959CB has 291°(degrees) Hue, 52% Saturation and 57% Lightness. #B959CB color has an wavelength of 436.77778nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B959CB is #CC66CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B959CB is #B5C. The Closest Color to #B959CB is #BA55D3. Official Name of #B959CB Hex Code is Amethyst. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B959CB is 9 Cyan 56 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #B959CB CMY is 9, 56, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B959CB is hsl(291,52,57, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(291, 56, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B959CB is 34.36, 21.77, 58.88.
Hex8 Value of #B959CB is #B959CBFF. Decimal Value of #B959CB is 12147147 and Octal Value of #B959CB is 56254713. Binary Value of #B959CB is 10111001, 1011001, 11001011 and Android of #B959CB is 4290337227 / 0xffb959cb. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B959CB is 0.299, 0.189, 0.189 and YIQ Color Space of #B959CB is 130.7, 20.5782, 55.7808. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B959CB is 24.97, 13.14, 58.3. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B959CB is 53.78, 55.4, -42.63. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B959CB is 53.78, 40.44, -72.62. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B959CB is 53.78, 69.9, 322.42. Hunter Lab variable of #B959CB is 46.66, 49.8, -42.16.

#B959CB - Amethyst Color Image
#B959CB - Amethyst Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B959CB

RGB Percentages of #B959CB

72%
34%
79%

RGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue, which are the three primary colors used to create a vast array of colors by varying their intensities. By adjusting the brightness of these three primary colors, virtually any color visible to the human eye can be produced.

RYB Percentages of #B959CB

72.55%
34.9%
79.61%

The RYB color model is based on Red, Yellow, and Blue Colors. When two primary colors are mixed, they form a secondary color or when mixed all, they result in tertiary color.

CMYK Percentages of #B959CB

9%
56%
0%
20%

CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). Starting with a white canvas, various amounts of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink are combined to absorb or subtract specific wavelengths of light, resulting in the desired color.

Various Color Shades of #B959CB

To get 25% Saturated #B959CB Color, you need to convert the hex color #B959CB to the HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color space, increase the saturation value by 25%, and then convert it back to the hex color. To desaturate a color by 25%, we need to reduce its saturation level while keeping the same hue and lightness. Saturation represents the intensity or vividness of a color. A 100% saturation means the color is fully vivid, while a 0% saturation results in a shade of gray. To make a color 25% darker or 25% lighter, you need to reduce the intensity of each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components by 25% or increase it to 25%. Inverting a #B959CB hex color involves converting each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components to their complementary values. The complementary color is found by subtracting each component's value from the maximum value of 255.

Analogous and Monochromatic Colors of #B959CB

Analogous colors are groups of hues that are located next to each other on the color wheel. These colors share a similar undertone and create a sense of harmony when used together. Analogous color schemes are mainly used in design or art to create a sense of cohesion and flow in a color scheme composition.

Monochromatic colors refer to a color scheme that uses variations of a single color. These variations are achieved by adjusting the shade, tint, or tone of the base color. Monochromatic approach is commonly used in interior design or fashion to create a sense of understated elegance and give a sense of simplicity and consistency.

Triad, Tetrad and SplitComplement of #B959CB

Triad, Tetrad, and Split Complement are hex color schemes used in art to create harmonious combinations of colors.

The Triad color scheme involves three colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel, forming an equilateral triangle. The primary triad includes red, blue, and yellow, while other triadic combinations can be formed with different hues. Triad color schemes offer a balanced contrast and are versatile for creating vibrant and dynamic visuals.

The Tetrad color scheme incorporates four colors that are arranged in two complementary pairs. These pairs create a rectangle or square shape on the color wheel. The primary Tetrad includes two sets of complementary colors, such as red and green, and blue and orange. This scheme provides a wide range of color options and allows for both strong contrast and harmonious blends.

The Split Complement color scheme involves a base color paired with the two colors adjacent to its complementary color on the color wheel. For example, if the base color is blue, the Split Complement scheme would include blue, yellow-orange, and red-orange. This combination maintains contrast while offering a more subtle and balanced alternative to a complementary color scheme.

Tints and Shades of #B959CB

A Color Tint is created by mixing white (#FFFFFF) to any pure color whereas A Color Shade is calculated by adding black (#000000) to any pure hue. See the Color Tints of #B959CB to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B959CB to it's the darkest color.

#B959CB Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 89, 203)
RGB Percent 72%, 34%, 79%
RYB 185.0, 89.0, 203.0
CMYK 9, 56, 0, 20
CMY 9, 56, 0
HSL hsl(291, 52%, 57%)
HSLA hsl(291, 52%, 57%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(291, 56, 80)
XYZ 34.36, 21.77, 58.88
Hex8 Value #B959CBFF
Decimal Value 12147147
Octal Value 56254713
Binary Value 10111001,1011001,11001011
Android 4290337227 / 0xffb959cb
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(291, 52%, 57%)
xyY 0.299, 0.189, 21.772
YIQ 130.7, 20.5782, 55.7808
LMS 24.97, 13.14, 58.3
CieLAB 53.78, 55.4, -42.63
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.78, 40.44, -72.62
CieLCH : LCHab 53.78, 69.9, 322.42
Hunter Lab 46.66, 49.8, -42.16
YUV 130.7, 35.59, 47.64
YDbDr 130.7, 108.76, -103.23
YCbCr 128.25, 163.84, 162.02
YCoCg 141.5, 194.0, -52.5
YPbPr 130.7, 40.8, 38.73
Munsell Color System 11424.86 303.54/325.78

#B959CB HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B959CB as Background:

Our friend and we were invited aboard on a party of pleasure, which is to last forever. His chair was ready first, and he has gone before us. We could not all conveniently start together; and why should you and I be grieved at this, since we are soon to follow, and know where to find him.

Benjamin Franklin
<p style="background: #B959CB">…</p>

#B959CB as Text Color:

Am reserving two tickets for you for my premiere. Come and bring a friend - if you have one. Telegram inviting Winston Churchill to opening night of Pygmalion. Churchill wired back: Impossible to be present for the first performance. Will attend the second - if there is one.

George Bernard Shaw
<p style="color: #B959CB">…</p>

#B959CB as Text Shadow:

They went to sea in a sieve, they did; In a sieve they went to sea; In spite of all their friends could say.

Edward Lear
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B959CB">…</p>

#B959CB as Linear Gradient:

As I work among my flowers, I find myself talking to them, reasoning and remonstrating with them, and adoring them as if they were human beings. Much laughter I provoke among my friends by so doing, but that is of no consequence. We are on such good terms, my flowers and I.

Celia Thaxter
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B959CB)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B959CB?

RGB Value for #B959CB is rgb(185, 89, 203).

What is the RGB percentage of #B959CB?

RGB percentage for #B959CB is 72% Red 34% Green 79% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B959CB?

CMYK Color Model of #B959CB is 9 Cyan 56 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B959CB?

HSL Value of #B959CB is 291°(degrees) Hue 52 Saturation 57 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B959CB?

HSV Value of #B959CB is 291 Hue 56 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B959CB?

XYZ Color Model of #B959CB is 34.36, 21.77, 58.88.